Settlement Patterns and Survey Methods Quiz

Why might farmers prefer a dispersed settlement pattern?

• To maximize available land use for each farm

• To increase daily social interactions

• To reduce transportation costs

• To share equipment more easily

Which settlement pattern is most likely to foster stronger community bonds?

• Dispersed settlements

• Clustered settlements

• Linear settlements

• Random settlements

In Quebec, Canada, linear settlements typically developed along:

• Mountain ranges

• Forest boundaries

• Rivers and roads

• Desert edges

What is a key characteristic of terrace farming in China that was mentioned?

• Houses are widely dispersed

• Farms follow a linear pattern

• Buildings are densely clustered

• Settlements are randomly arranged

How does the Long Lot survey system benefit landowners?

• It provides each parcel with access to transportation

• It creates perfectly square plots

• It reduces property taxes

• It increases farm size

Which survey method is characterized by using natural landmarks and straight lines to define boundaries?

• Township and Range

• Metes and Bounds

• Long Lot

• Grid System

Why was the Metes and Bounds system more common in Texas compared to other western states?

• Due to Spanish and Mexican influence

• Because of its flat terrain

What makes the Township and Range system more organized than Metes and Bounds?

• It uses a grid system based on longitude and latitude

• It follows natural boundaries

• It creates irregular shapes

• It follows river systems

In the United States, where is the Metes and Bounds system most commonly found?

• The Midwest

• The West Coast

• The East Coast

• The Southwest

What is a potential disadvantage of clustered settlements?

• Limited land availability for expansion

• Reduced community interaction

• Higher transportation costs

• Lower population density